CURRICULUM OVERVIEW 2006

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR YEARS 7-10
Each year students study English, Mathematics, Science and Physical Education.  As students move from Year 8 to 10, they are given more freedom to choose from a variety of elective courses and units.
 
 Year 7
Additional Compulsory: Arts (Visual / Performing / Music), CARE, Craft (Home Science / Textiles for one semester and Wood / Metal Technology for one semester), LOTE (French, Indonesian or Chinese) and Social Studies.
NOTE: All students in Year 7 study the same set of courses but not necessarily in the same order.
 
Year 8
Additional Compulsory: Australian Studies (whole year), CARE and Computer Awareness  (one semester each).
Electives: Four units, two per semester.
 
Year 9
Additional Compulsory: Career Education and Human Relations (one semester each).
Electives: Six units, three per semester.
 
Year 10
Additional Compulsory: Peer Support (for selected students), ICT Competencies and Living Skills (one semester each).
Electives: Six units, three per semester.
 
Detailed information about curriculum offered in all years can be obtained by clicking on the appropriate link below. These booklets are also available upon request from the front office. INSERT LINKS HERE TO HANDBOOKS
 
COURSE SELECTION ADVICE
From Year 8 onwards, students have subject choices on the elective lines. It is important for students to make their choices keeping in mind the effects on later options, including secondary college and CIT courses.  They also need to be aware of the requirements for particular careers. 
 
To assist students in making their choices, an evening meeting is held for parents/carers to explain the school curriculum, focusing on the elective program. While the night is intended for Year 7 students and their parents/carers, everyone is welcome to attend.  Care should be exercised in the initial choice as anticipated enrolment numbers impact on the staffing balance